by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | May 31, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
The Alzheimer’s Association invites the world to commemorate Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month every June. The month aims to raise awareness for the more than 55 million people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia worldwide. Alzheimer’s Disease...
by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | May 31, 2022 | Grief, Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care, Veteran Care, Veterans
June is recognized as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Month. The month is intended to raise awareness about the disorder and issues that come with it, reduce the stigma associated with the condition and help people suffering from PTSD’s invisible wounds...
by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | May 21, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
The last Wednesday in May is National Senior Health and Fitness Day. This year, the event will fall on May 25. The day focuses on the importance of staying active and eating healthy as we age. There is a wide range of benefits associated with physical activity for...
by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | Apr 30, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
May is designated as ALS Awareness Month, a time to increase awareness about the disease and the severe physical, emotional, and financial burdens it creates for people living with ALS and their families and caregivers. Keep reading to learn more about the disease and...
by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | Apr 30, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
National Stroke Awareness Month is a yearly event held in May with the goal of making Americans aware that they may be able to ‘Save a Life’ of someone experiencing a stroke. The month is run by the American Stroke Association to help people ‘Save a Life’ by raising...
by Kansas Palliative & Hospice Care | Apr 30, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our country in the observance of Older Americans Month. This year, Older Americans Month is focused on aging in place. In other words, how older Americans can stay in their homes and live independently for as...